Software Engineer (Parachains Core)

Parity, a leading blockchain infrastructure company founded by Ethereum co-founder Dr. Gavin Wood, is seeking a Software Engineer for their Parachains Core team. This role focuses on building and maintaining the core technology of the Polkadot blockchain, specifically implementing parachain consensus in the Polkadot Node and Runtime.

The position offers an opportunity to work on groundbreaking blockchain technology, pushing the boundaries of security, scalability, and decentralization. As part of a remote team of ~10 engineers based in Europe, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing cutting-edge protocols, improving system performance, and debugging complex distributed systems issues.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of software engineering experience, with strong expertise in distributed systems and performance engineering. You'll work in an open-source environment, collaborating with some of the brightest minds in the Web3 space. The role requires both technical excellence and the ability to drive projects to completion independently.

Parity offers a competitive package including tokens (where legally possible), flexible remote work, and comprehensive benefits for employees in certain regions. You'll be joining a company at the forefront of Web3 technology, working on projects like Polkadot, Substrate, and Kusama, while contributing to the vision of creating a decentralized web that respects individual freedom and data.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about blockchain technology who want to make a significant impact on the future of decentralized systems while working in a culture that values autonomy, continuous learning, and technical innovation.